The role of the risk professional is changing, and it is changing quickly. Across Australasia, organisations are operating in an environment marked by increasing complexity, regulatory pressure, technological disruption, cyber risk, economic uncertainty and heightened stakeholder expectations.

This report confirms what many of our members are already experiencing in practice: risk management is becoming more central to how organisations lead, adapt and make decisions in uncertain conditions.

In our current environment, Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is no longer simply about maintaining professional knowledge—it is about remaining relevant, effective, and prepared for an evolving future.

RMIA is pleased to announce the publication of its 2025 Annual Report and Corporate Governance Statement.

We are pleased to announce the appointment of three new independent leaders to support the governance & strategic direction of the RMIA.
We are delighted to welcome Gerard Smith & Frans Verheij as Independent Directors of the RMIA Board, & Mark Koliba GAICD as an Independent Director of the RMIA Audit & Risk Committee.

On May 27, 2026, at the 2026 RMIA AGM, members elected two new Directors to the RMIA Board. We are delighted to welcome Angela Watson & David Donohue APM to the Board & look forward to the experience, insight & leadership they will bring to RMIA & our members.

The RMIA Risk Awards recognise excellence across the profession, celebrating the individuals who are shaping stronger organisations, influencing better decision-making, and advancing the role of risk management across Australasia.

CEO transition
The RMIA Board announces that Simon Levy has decided to step down as Chief Executive Officer and Company Secretary, effective 9 April 2026. He advised the Board of his decision following a period of careful consideration.

As we look forward to the 2026 RMIA Risk Awards, we are pleased to share the reflections of the RMIA Chapter of the Year - WA Chapter and Chapter President Alex McGovern

As we look forward to the 2026 RMIA Risk Awards, we are pleased to share the reflections of Rodney Young, RMIA’s 2025 APAC Risk Leader of the Year

RMIA’s inaugural Disaster Reduction Week (13-17 October) marked a significant step forward in fostering collaboration, innovation, and leadership in resilience across sectors. Delivered in partnership with Battleground, the week-long initiative brought together over 500 registrants from industries spanning finance, infrastructure, education, and government, reflecting the growing appetite to strengthen risk maturity and organisational readiness in a complex and unpredictable world.

RMIA CPRM certified member Dr Abbie Chigwada recently completed this presentation on the importance of Strategic Storytelling in Risk Management, and was kind enough to share it with the RMIA risk community.

Join RMIA CEO Simon Levy as he sits down with Dr Gavriel Schneider to discuss the release of his latest book, Presilience: How to Navigate Risk, Embrace Opportunity, and Build Resilience.

In 2024, it was a tie for RMIA's Risk Student of the Year. We celebrated the achievements of Eli Goldberg from Battleground and Terri Ann James from the Australian Taxation Office. Ahead of the final webinar in our Risk Award Winner series, we're sharing what Eli and Terri Ann have to say about their experiences nearly 12 months on from becoming RMIA Risk Award winners.

Ahead of the 3rd webinar in the RMIA Risk Award Winner series, we’ll be sharing the reflections of Dr Maria A. Pozza, RMIA’s Risk Leader of the Year - APAC Region.

Every year, the Global Risks Report provides a snapshot of the forces shaping our world. Traditionally, my approach to reviewing this report has been observational—highlighting key risks and trends. But observation alone is no longer enough. The pace of change has accelerated, and risks are no longer isolated events; they are interconnected and systemic. A passive understanding of emerging threats does not equip professionals to anticipate, adapt, and respond effectively. Boards and executives are looking for risk professionals who can translate risk insights into concrete strategies that drive resilience, rather than simply identify challenges after they have materialised. 2025 is not a year for passive awareness. It’s a year where risk professionals must lead.

Ahead of the 2nd webinar in the RMIA Risk Award Winner series, we’ll be sharing the reflections of Martene Archer, RMIA’s Public Sector Risk Leader of the Year.

A partnership built on experience, leadership, and resilience has been cemented for the next three years, and we couldn’t be more excited. Working alongside Battleground over the past two years has been incredibly rewarding, and we are thrilled to extend our collaboration. Battleground’s innovative approach and commitment to advancing risk management make them a valued partner for RMIA and the broader risk community. With exciting plans ahead, we look forward to delivering even greater value together.

In the lead up to the 2025 Risk Awards, we spoke with a few of the current Risk Award winners about their previous 12 months holding the title as an RMIA Risk Award winner. Today we’ll be sharing the responses from Mikelis Jaunalksnis, winner of Most Outstanding Organisational Resilience Response.

RMIA’s Marketing & Events Executive, Jenna Halcro-Dirks, spoke with some of RMIA’s certified members and risk recruitment agency, Ink Recruitment, to find out their thoughts, journeys and experiences with RMIA Certification.

On Wednesday 26 June, the Risk Management Institute of Australia (RMIA), in collaboration with Ansarada, hosted a highly engaging Chief Risk Officer (CRO) luncheon in Brisbane. The event brought together industry leaders to discuss critical topics shaping the future of risk management.